Electropolishing, Passivation and Metal Surface Analytics Blog

Electropolishing: Improving Springs & Stamping Fatigue Life

September 21, 2019
Electropolishing: Improving Springs & Stamping Fatigue Life

In addition to the more obvious benefits like a bright, shiny exterior, electropolishing is also an ideal metal finishing process for prolonging the fatigue life of metal parts that are required to remain flexible or bendable. These parts come in many forms, including laser-cut tubes, springs, machined parts, stampings and wire forms.

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Able Electropolishing Breaks Ground on Chicago HQ Addition

June 11, 2018
Able is expanding its HQ to increase overall capacity for electropolishing and passivation services for titanium, stainless steel, Nitinol, and more
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Choosing the Right Finishing Method for Metal Part Problems

April 3, 2018
Learn how electropolishing compares with metal pickling, mechanical polishing, metal plating, tumbling, vibratory finishing, blasting, and passivation
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7 Steps for Submitting Samples for Electropolishing

January 31, 2017
Here's what you'll need to provide when submitting a sample part for free electropolishing of stainless steel, Nitinol, titanium, other metal alloys
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Why Choose Able for Precision Microfinishing vs. Other Companies

October 13, 2016
Able Electropolishing provides deep expertise regarding many metal alloys, uniform results for parts, and quick delivery time with expedited options
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How to Package Parts for Electropolishing

September 9, 2016
Learn how to fully experience the benefits of electropolishing by properly packaging your metal parts before and after the electropolishing process
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Prevent Contamination & Particulate Buildup on Metal Parts

August 22, 2016
Learn how electropolishing helps avoid contamination and reduces particulate buildup in stainless steel, Nitinol, titanium, and other metal parts
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Precise Stock Removal of Metal Parts During Electropolishing

June 30, 2016
Able recommends a range of .0005" to .001" for stock removal of metal parts, but can finish to exact specifications for your desired finish
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Electropolishing Removes Metal Stains & Discoloration

May 2, 2016
Electropolishing eliminates stains and discoloration from heat-treating or cleaning without altering the surface or the integrity of metal parts
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Electropolishing Sharp Edges for Medical & Food Prep Equipment

April 4, 2016
Electropolishing removes burrs to promote sharp, smooth edges vital for scalpels and other metal surgical instruments
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The Able Electropolishing Advantage

The Able Electropolishing Advantage

Learn how electropolishing promotes corrosion resistance, fatigue life improvement & pathogen resistance in our new video

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Electropolishing Before & After

Read our case studies to learn more about the electropolishing services we have provided across a wide range of industries

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